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Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LR03 XYJMOT history

LR03 XYJ is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Apr 2003. Its MOT expired on 7 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 183,745 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

LR03 XYJ black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Oct 2026
Mileage
183,745 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,856 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 XYJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
2 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR03 XYJ was last recorded at 183,745 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 1,538 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,207 miles · 29 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,538 miles
Average per year
5,856 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 183,745 miles
  • 2025 – 182,207 miles
  • 2024 – 180,042 miles
  • 2023 – 177,431 miles
  • 2022 – 173,658 miles
  • 2021 – 170,377 miles
  • 2020 – 168,007 miles
  • 2019 – 164,366 miles
  • 2018 – 159,715 miles
  • 2017 – 154,213 miles
  • 2016 – 147,643 miles
  • 2015 – 142,660 miles
  • 2014 – 136,173 miles
  • 2013 – 128,786 miles
  • 2012 – 121,821 miles
  • 2011 – 115,886 miles
  • 2010 – 109,747 miles
  • 2009 – 102,993 miles
  • 2008 – 95,787 miles
  • 2007 – 89,145 miles
  • 2006 – 64,695 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail183,745 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Central Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 25 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail183,745 miles (+1,538)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,745 miles
    Test number
    841947439564
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass182,207 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    182,207 miles
    Test number
    671379122033
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight bind in brakes

  3. Fail182,207 miles (+2,165)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,207 miles
    Test number
    526535225966
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight bind in brakes

  4. Pass180,042 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    180,042 miles
    Test number
    530833471954
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail180,038 miles (+2,607)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,038 miles
    Test number
    723036376704
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass177,431 miles (+3,773)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    177,431 miles
    Test number
    473640431134
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower chip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low

  7. Pass173,658 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    173,658 miles
    Test number
    961113197835
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail173,657 miles (+3,280)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,657 miles
    Test number
    910418967227
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass170,377 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    170,377 miles
    Test number
    116318542085
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre pipe and rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail170,376 miles (+2,369)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,376 miles
    Test number
    659729503497
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre pipe and rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass168,007 miles (+3,641)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    168,007 miles
    Test number
    897843255290
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material joining rear flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass164,366 miles (+4,651)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    164,366 miles
    Test number
    333960681568
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt small split in dust cover (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryStone chip in windscreen zone A

  13. Pass159,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    159,715 miles
    Test number
    566060969357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail159,714 miles (+5,501)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,714 miles
    Test number
    835486625665
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass154,213 miles (+6,570)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    154,213 miles
    Test number
    556086741264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass147,643 miles (+4,983)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    147,643 miles
    Test number
    712722771006
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPerish cracks in tread on front tyres

  17. Pass142,660 miles (+6,487)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    142,660 miles
    Test number
    181286801599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass136,173 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    136,173 miles
    Test number
    347496564493
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Fail136,172 miles (+7,386)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,172 miles
    Test number
    318145464297
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass128,786 miles (+6,965)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    128,786 miles
    Test number
    397066353260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass121,821 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    121,821 miles
    Test number
    365168652404
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Fail121,821 miles (+5,935)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,821 miles
    Test number
    317028352207
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass115,886 miles (+6,139)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    115,886 miles
    Test number
    517138251258
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  24. Pass109,747 miles (+6,754)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    109,747 miles
    Test number
    134326560284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass102,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    102,993 miles
    Test number
    683649059213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail102,992 miles (+7,205)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,992 miles
    Test number
    401849259282
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  27. Pass95,787 miles (+6,642)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    95,787 miles
    Test number
    764249648215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass89,145 miles (+7,435)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    89,145 miles
    Test number
    624967167264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass81,710 miles (+17,015)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    81,710 miles
    Test number
    142826917112
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  30. Pass64,695 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    64,695 miles
    Test number
    592605946154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail64,695 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,695 miles
    Test number
    493105246141
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Questions about LR03 XYJ

Does LR03 XYJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR03 XYJ expired on 7 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR03 XYJ?
The MOT on LR03 XYJ expired on 7 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR03 XYJ done?
LR03 XYJ was recorded at 183,745 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 5,856 miles a year.
Has LR03 XYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 XYJ has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LR03 XYJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LR03 XYJ find?
LR03 XYJ failed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 2 major defects and 6 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front service brake excessively binding; central front oil leak, but not excessive, and 5 more.

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